Baldwin County: Warrant issued for man charged with domestic violence

BAY MINETTE, Alabama -- A man facing domestic violence-related charges had an alias warrant issued after failing to appear for his trial Tuesday.

Richard Keith Poe, 44, assaulted a woman, took her cell phone and threatened to kill her if she tried to leave the residence, according to court documents. He was charged with unlawful imprisonment, interference with a domestic violence emergency call and third-degree domestic violence.

Also on Tuesday, Poe’s attorney, James Sweet, had his motion to withdraw counsel granted, according to court records.

Jerkins was released on $5,000 bail, according to jail records. A bond forfeiture hearing has been scheduled for May 22. He had no prior criminal record, according to court records.